The basis of admission to Ryerson’s undergraduate degree programs is the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), with six (6) Grade 12U/M courses including Grade 12 U English (one of ENG4U, ETS4U, EWC4U) or Anglais (one of EAE4U, EAL4U, EAC4U) (unless otherwise noted), plus program-specific prerequisite courses.
The OSSD with a minimum overall average of 70 percent* in six Grade 12 U/M courses, or equivalent, establishes eligibility for admission; subject to competition, individual Ryerson programs may establish higher academic averages. All Ryerson programs also stipulate specific subject prerequisites. Grades required for admission are determined on the basis of competition.
Applicants not educated in Ontario may present the equivalent of the OSSD requirements. Minimum Canadian provincial requirements for admission are available for reference on the Academic Requirements tab at http://www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/overview. Minimum international country requirements are published at www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/international. Note: Admission requirements are determined by Ryerson at its sole discretion.
An applicant’s complete academic record, including secondary school as well as all post-secondary studies (e.g. college, university, or other post-secondary institutions) will be reviewed and considered as part of the competitive selection process. If applicable, applicants may wish to provide context for their academic achievement in their Supplementary Form (see How to Apply). The Supplementary Form is available at www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/apply/forms/.
Programs may also specify non-academic requirements for admission (e.g. portfolio, admission essay, interview, audition, etc.). These programs are referred to as Grades-Plus programs. The specific non-academic requirements for individual Grades-Plus programs, including specific submission dates and procedures, are available by visiting each Academic Program link at www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/programs. Note: for Grades-Plus programs, both academic and non-academic criteria will be used in the admission selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to achieve as much breadth of preparation as possible in the course of their studies while also meeting the stated subject prerequisite requirements of the program(s) to which they apply.
* Ryerson receives more applications than spaces available. The averages/grades required for admission selection to each program is determined on the basis of competition each year. Possession of minimum averages and/or grades does not guarantee admission.
Additional Academic Requirement Notes for Graduates of the Current Ontario Secondary School CurriculumThe length of time taken by an applicant to complete the OSSD will not be a determining factor in admission decisions. The ‘out of school’ component of Grade 12 U/M co-op courses or equivalent is not accepted for admission purposes nor is it accepted in the evaluation of entrance scholarships.
Ryerson permits the mixing of U, M and OAC courses (for those students who graduated or completed courses in the pre-2003 Ontario secondary school curriculum), as applicable.
For current Ontario secondary school applicants, Ryerson may use Grade 11 results in the early admission selection process.
The above general admission guidelines apply to all undergraduate programs and all applicants. Any exceptions are noted on individual program pages. In addition, it is strongly recommended that applicants refer to the Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment website at
www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission for up-to-date information.
Please Note: Minimum requirements are subject to change. Admission is not guaranteed.
